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Hemp Oil vs CBD Oil: The Need For Clarity

Confusion about the difference between hemp and cannabis oil has spiked recently due to the increase of cannabis-based products available on the market. Variety is a great thing considering every individual requires different concentrations and delivery methods. If you are new to cannabis vape oils or products, it can be difficult to know what is what.

In this article, we break down the differences between hemp oil (also known as hemp seed oil), cannabis oil and CBD vape oil.

Hemp and Cannabis: Whats the difference?

When trying to wrap your head around the differences between hemp and marijuana, it is essential, to begin with one simple fact. Both hemp and marijuana come from the same species of plant.

“Both hemp varieties and marijuana varieties are of the same genus, Cannabis, and the same species, Cannabis sativa. Further, there are countless varieties that fall into further classifications within the species Cannabis Sativa.”

Their main difference, primarily in regards to oils, is in the number of cannabinoids (such as THC and CBD) that they contain.

There are close to four hundred natural compounds in both marijuana and hemp. Understanding the two most prevalent, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), is the key to understanding the difference between hemp oil and cannabis oil. THC is the cannabinoid responsible for giving a high or ‘stoned’ feeling. CBD, on the other hand, is not psychotropic. Recently it has attracted a lot of attention from researchers, experts, and entrepreneurs.

Hemp Seed Oil

Hemp seed oil is an extract from the seeds of industrial hemp. Industrial hemp is the only plant used in crafting this type of hemp oil. Hemp seeds are cold pressed, peeled or unpeeled, to create a delicious nutty oil.

There are no cannabinoids, such as THC or CBD, present in hemp oil as the seeds are not psychoactive. Hemp oil is legal in most countries and found in food markets, together with more common types of oil, such as olive or coconut.

Hemp seed oil is known for its nutty taste and high levels of unsaturated fats, such as Omega 3 and Omega 6. It is used in many different applications from lotions to soaps, as a base for plastics instead of petroleum, and in eco-friendly paints.

Cannabis Oil

Cannabis oil is produced by extracting the resin of the female cannabis plant using a solvent. After the resin is dissolved in the solvent, it is evaporated leaving a concentrated extract behind. What is left is an extract with THC and/or CBD, that can be blended with hemp seed oil, olive or other types of carrier oils to facilitate ingestion. Cannabis vape oils contain varying levels of THC and can knock out even the most experienced of smokers.

CBD Oil

CBD-Rich Oil is a type of oil that contains CBD but does not contain THC.

CBD-Rich oil is extracted from cannabis flowers, mainly from CBD rich hemp strains. This extract can then be mixed with hemp seed oil, olive oil or other types of carrier oils to facilitate ingestion. CBD-Rich oil products are non-psychoactive and cannot be vaped, most often it is either added to food and drink or easily dropped under the tongue.

CBD E-liquids

CBD e-liquids are made for vaporizers or electronic cigarettes. Usually, hemp extract or pure CBD is mixed with a classic e-liquid base called PG/VG. The e-liquids are then inserted into a cartridge or atomizer for an electronic cigarette. You may see the CBD vape oil used interchangeably with CBD e-liquids, so keep that in mind and don’t vape your regular CBD-rich oil unless you want a not so enjoyable experience.

Warning

Not all hemp and CBD products are the same. They can be potent and powerful products, but poorly manufactured hemp CBD products can contain dangerous chemicals, or ingredients other than those listed on the label. The FDA is aware of the confusion regarding CBD products and has made a statement on their website:

“The FDA has tested those products and, in some of them, did not detect any CBD. It is important to note that these products are not approved by FDA for the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of any disease, and often they do not even contain the ingredients found on the label. Consumers should beware purchasing and using any such products.”

With all the contradicting information available online, it is essential for consumers to do their research using trusted sources.

At Harmony, we are always happy to answer any questions and ensure that our valued clientele can purchase products that are right for their individual needs. Contact us if you wish to receive our certificate of analysis!

About Clara

Clara is a cannabis enthusiast evolving in the city of Barcelona, a vibrant hub for the European cannabis industry. She believes in free access to cannabinoids, and joined Harmony to spread word of CBD to the world. View all posts by Clara →

Very informative. Was really confused when I was hearing different people discussing about hemp oil and CBD oil. This article really helps to bring some clarity over the matter. Really surprised that CBD oil does not contain any THC. Extremely glad that they made it possible to vape CBD via e-liquids.

Hiya I wish to ask for your opinion im brand ambassador of kannaway Scotland is part of Medical Marihuana Inc. I have conversation with future customer she suffer for Bi solar disorder I recommend pure gold oil customer think is not strong enough because is on label hemp oil but have 1000mg CBD I wish to ask for yours opinions for this oil you can find it this product in link below Thank you all

Hey Pawel, Our products contain CBD but it is important to understand that they are not medicine. They don’t treat or cure any disease, physical ailment or condition. That being said I cannot recommend one way or the other what would be best in this scenario. Good luck on your CBD journey, we wish you all the best!

Hello Guys! Can somebody help me with this. My friend recommends me the CBD oil and Hemp oil for me to use because I’m having a hard time to breath everytime i do my household chores. She told me that it may help reduce symptoms related to cancer and side effects related to cancer treatment, like nausea, vomiting, and pain. And upon researching about it i read this https://www.worldwide-marijuana-seeds.com/blogs/marijuana-news/what-makes-cannabis-so-great that the cannabis can help us in many ways as well as in medical purpose. So is this safe for me to use because im pregnant now for 2 months?

I like the idea of using a CBD e-liquid as a painkiller. Was reading this and it mentioned that is can be a good replacement for an anti-inflammatory like Ibuprofenhttps://www.seedsupreme.com/blog/five-things-cbd-improve/, would a straight up CBD e-liquid do the job or would I need to find a cannabis oil one for the full entourage effect?

Hey Jonathan, thanks for reading! Harmony is a great way to discover and safely consume CBD but you should not think of it as a medicine. They don’t treat or cure any disease, physical ailment or condition. With our CBD e-liquids, you can enjoy a great taste and, at the same time, be sure about what you are vaporizing thanks to our high-quality control standards. We recommend speaking to a medical professional for more info on that!

Hey Matthew! Thanks for reaching out and asking. It depends on a lot of things, you would have to ask around to some CBD drink companies to find out more! Sorry I can’t be of more help, but good luck in your search 🙂

Always searching the web for the difference between these 2 oils. Can’t thank you enough for such a nice article. I’m currently looking for some good CBD E-liquids. Hope it will help me with my chronic back pain 😉

Hi Piet, we wrote this article as a general guide to give you clarity about the difference between each product. However, as we do not produce or sell Hemp CBD oil, we can’t give you a recommendation on how many drops to take personally. If you’d like any advice on CBD e-liquids, please feel free to ask 🙂

I’ve been wanting to know on how to understand the life cycle of a marijuana plant but I don’t know how to get started. I do research on my own, I also read lots of articles but this one caught my attention https://www.bonzaseeds.com/blog/life-cycle-marijuana-plant/ It has the content of all you about to know in planting and to understand the life cycle of marijuana plant.

The difference between these two has always stuck in my head though I have been taking CBD for around 2 years now. Reading this article I can understand that both are non-psychoactive and are indeed helpful. Anyways, I will always prefer to use CBD over anything. Also, I’ll make sure to test your E-liquid products this time 🙂

Thanks for the comment Natalie! We feel really passionate about education and we’re so glad we could help answer some of your questions with this article! If you think it might help others, share it with your friends! When you’re ready to try e-liquids, let us know if we can help you choose the perfect flavor! We have 11 (soon to be 12!) 🙂

Hey Johan! Thanks for your comment. Our products contain CBD and it is important to understand that they are not medicine. They don’t treat, diagnose or cure any disease, physical ailment or condition. With our CBD products, you can enjoy a great taste and, at the same time, be sure about what you are consuming thanks to our high-quality control standards. Feel free to email us if you have any further questions!

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